2022-10-26: According to reports from Wednesday (26 October), the General Confederation of Labour (CGT) has called for demonstrations and a nationwide general strike on Thursday (27 October). It is unclear at this time which groups will be participating, although the SNCF railway company has also called for demonstrations.
Heightened security measures as well as disruptions to traffic and public life are to be expected. Violent clashes between protesters and security forces are possible. Travellers are advised to exercise caution, to strictly avoid demonstrations, road blockades, large gatherings, and deployments of security forces, and to follow instructions from security forces.
